Keep Your List of Medications Current

One of the best ways to play an active role in your own health care is to keep a current list of all the medications and supplements you take.

Medication safety means you will receive the medication prescribed to you — at the right time and in the right way. Your doctor, nurse, pharmacist and other health care providers welcome your involvement in this process.

Southcoast encourages you and your family to download a Medication Record form, complete it on your computer and print it and carry it to every visit or stay with a doctor, emergency room, hospital, rehabilitation facility, nursing home or home health provider.

If you or a family member is unable to complete this list, bring all your medications with you to the doctor to receive help in completing the list.

This form will help promote your health and safety by:

Assisting you to discuss your medical history with your doctor.

Helping you track your medications, herbal and supplement use.

Provide your health care providers with more complete and accurate information so you obtain a safe level of care.